Both successes and challenges were highlighted at a recent Middlesex County Council meeting when it comes to nursing at Strathmere Lodge in Strathroy.
Officials told council the Lodge has an excellent compliance record when it comes to Ministry inspections and there are fewer falls since the purchase of additional falls related equipment, plus they’ve also been able to enhance staffing over the last 2 years with additional PSW’s.
Some challenges outlined include staff safety, attendance and recruitment, as well as onerous legislation from the province. Strathmere Lodge has 46 nurses, and 122 PSW’s.
Written by: L. Dickson